Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SK12 · Cheshire East
20
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
OL14 · Calderdale
57
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Poynton has less crime — 20 vs 57 incidents in February 2026.
Todmorden recorded substantially more crime than Poynton in February 2026 — 57 incidents compared to 20, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Poynton sees higher rates of Public order (5), while Todmorden has more Criminal damage & arson (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Poynton recorded fewer crimes than Todmorden — 20 vs 57 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Poynton is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Poynton saw higher rates of Public order while Todmorden had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Poynton recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 57).